From being whistled a month ago to now being one of Barcelona’s most impactful players in attack, Ousmane Dembele has come a long way.
The winger seemed set to spend the rest of the season on the stands after failing to secure a move away from the club in January. However, Xavi’s decision to retain faith in him paid off in full. In his last eight games, he has scored one goal and provided seven assists.
Despite his prominence in the team, there is no guarantee over Dembele’s continuity past June. The Frenchman is set to be a free agent in the summer and talks over a renewal are still frozen.
According to reports from Dario Montero of El Chiringuito, the 24-year-old wants to continue at the club. He is said to be open to accepting a lower offer from Barcelona compared to the others he has on the table. However, he still demands a raise from his current wages.
Dembele sees himself as capable of being the leader of Xavi’s project. The recent surge in his stocks have made him the focal point of Barcelona’s attack and he values the importance given to him.
From being whistled a month ago to now being one of Barcelona’s most impactful players in attack, Ousmane Dembele has come a long way.
The winger seemed set to spend the rest of the season on the stands after failing to secure a move away from the club in January. However, Xavi’s decision to retain faith in him paid off in full. In his last eight games, he has scored one goal and provided seven assists.
Despite his prominence in the team, there is no guarantee over Dembele’s continuity past June. The Frenchman is set to be a free agent in the summer and talks over a renewal are still frozen.
According to reports from Dario Montero of El Chiringuito, the 24-year-old wants to continue at the club. He is said to be open to accepting a lower offer from Barcelona compared to the others he has on the table. However, he still demands a raise from his current wages.
Dembele sees himself as capable of being the leader of Xavi’s project. The recent surge in his stocks have made him the focal point of Barcelona’s attack and he values the importance given to him.
Moreover, the arrival of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is a key factor in favour of his renewal.
Dembele’s entourage still demands a salary of close to €20 million. Though it is difficult for the club to meet his demands, Laporta is expected to present an improved offer in the coming days.
In case the player opts for a change of scenery, Paris-Saint Germain are in pole position to sign the winger. With Kylian Mbappe set to depart the French outfit, Dembele could be their replacement on the wing.
